The ritual bathing of the Shivling with milk, water, honey and other offerings while Pandits chant the Rudri (Sri Rudram), one of the most loved Shiva pujas.
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Varanasi · Kashi · Banaras
Varalakshmi Vratham in Varanasi
Telugu, Tamil and Kannada families living in Varanasi, many near BHU and the South Indian neighbourhoods by Hanuman Ghat, keep Varalakshmi Vratham on the Friday before Shravana Pournami.
A Pandit familiar with South Indian vidhi can guide the kalasham, the thoram and the vratham katha at your home.
वक्रतुण्ड महाकाय सूर्यकोटि समप्रभ।
निर्विघ्नं कुरु मे देव सर्वकार्येषु सर्वदा॥
Vakratuṇḍa mahākāya sūryakoṭi samaprabha, nirvighnaṁ kuru me deva sarvakāryeṣu sarvadā.
Why Varanasi
Why families choose Varanasi for Varalakshmi Vratham
Families far from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka want the vratham done exactly as at home, and a South Indian Pandit in Kashi makes that possible.
Some families visiting Kashi during Shravana choose to perform the vratham here near the Ganga.
Local traditions & timing
- Pandits who follow South Indian vidhi are fewer in Varanasi; book early.
- It falls in the monsoon; plan for rain.
- Some puja items may need to be sourced from South Indian stores; ask us for help.
Where it's performed
- Your home in Varanasi
- A community space for a group of families
- Online, with a Pandit guiding your vratham
Planning tips
- Tell us whether you follow Telugu, Tamil or Kannada custom.
- Arrange the kalasham, coconut, thoram and Ammavaru decoration early.
- Share how many women will take part.
About Varalakshmi Vratham
The Shravan Friday vratham to Goddess Varalakshmi, widely observed by married women in Telugu, Kannada and Tamil homes, with kalasham puja and thoram.
Duration
1.5 to 2 hours
Pricing
On enquiry
Online option
Available
Varalakshmi Vratham in Varanasi: FAQs
Can I find a Telugu Pandit for Varalakshmi Vratham in Varanasi?
We try to match you with a Pandit who follows South Indian vidhi. Tell us your preference early.
Can the vratham be guided online?
Yes. A Pandit can guide each step over video while you perform the vratham at home.
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